Zhining Zhao | Sustainable Product Development | Best Researcher Award

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Dr. Zhining Zhao | Sustainable Product Development | Best Researcher Award

Zhining Zhao at University Putra Malaysia, Malaysia

Summary:

Dr. Zhining Zhao is an accomplished industrial designer and academic with a strong background in sustainable product design. With her Ph.D. from University Putra Malaysia and experience as a lecturer at Qiqihar University, she has made significant contributions to the field of industrial design, particularly in the areas of cultural confidence in design education and sustainable product development. She has received prestigious awards, including the Good Design Award and Reddot Award, for her innovative designs.

Professional Profile:

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👩‍🎓Education:

Ph.D. (2020-2024) – Industrial Design, School of Design and Architecture, University Putra Malaysia (QS159).

M.A. (2014-2015) – Art and Design, School of Art and Design, University of Bedfordshire, UK (QS121).

B.A. (2010-2013) – Product Design, School of Design, University of Hertfordshire, UK (QS851).

🏢 Professional Experience:

Lecturer (2016-2020): School of Fine Arts and Design, Qiqihar University, China. Focused on product design, contributing to curriculum development and guiding students in creative projects.

Product Designer (2015-2016): R&D Department, Songlin Technology Co., Ltd., Xiamen, China. Specialized in bathroom product development, leading designs that gained international recognition.

Research Interests:

Dr. Zhao’s research is centered on sustainable design development, agility in product development processes, and the integration of cultural confidence in design education. Her work emphasizes the importance of environmentally friendly practices in product design and explores innovative methods for enhancing design efficiency. She also focuses on improving the agility of small and medium enterprises (SMEs) in China through sustainable product development processes.

Author Metric:

  • Publications: 7
  • Notable Journals: Plos One (JCR Q1), Heliyon (JCR Q1), Designs (EI).
  • Citations: [To be updated based on Google Scholar profile]
  • Patents: 3 (including designs for faucets and metal coating methods).
  • Awards: Good Design Award (2016), Reddot Award (2017), iF Design Award (2017), Best Researcher Award (2024).

Dr. Zhao continues to contribute to the fields of sustainable design and product development, with a focus on bridging the gap between traditional design concepts and modern environmental needs.

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